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New York Magazine

The Date

Come to the Dark Side

Three bars where nobody will care what you look like.

Published May 21, 2005

The Red Bench
A tiny spot allegedly filled with beautiful people, though it’s so dark you’ll never know for sure.
107 Sullivan St.; 212-274-9120

Temple Bar
Take three consecutive rights after entering to find the darkest of the numerous dark corners here.
332 Lafayette St.; 212-925-4242

Ding Dong Lounge
Morningside Heights’ lone punk bar, formerly a crack den. Dim, in a good way.
929 Columbus Ave., near 105th St.; 212-663-2600